Global Supply Manager - Platform 1

About Zipline

Do you want to change the world Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move. Our aim is to solve the worlds most urgent and complex access challenges by building manufacturing and operating the first instant delivery and logistics system that serves all humans equally wherever they are. From powering Rwandas national blood delivery network and Ghanas COVID-19 vaccine distribution to providing on-demand home delivery for Walmart to enabling healthcare providers to bring care directly to U.S. homes we are transforming the way things move for businesses governments and consumers.

The technology is complex but the idea is simple: a teleportation service that delivers what you need when you need it. Through our technologyincluding robotics and autonomywe are decarbonizing delivery decreasing road congestion and reducing fossil fuel consumption and air pollution while providing equitable access to billions of people and building a more resilient global supply chain.

Join Zipline and help us deliver on our promise to build a more equitable and resilient global supply chain.

About You and The Role

Ziplines P1 platformthe companys first-generation long-range autonomous drone systemis already delivering millions of medical products across Africa. As we continue to scale our P1 system globally the hardware and infrastructure supporting it must evolve and expand. We are looking for a Global Supply Manager to take ownership of Ziplines P1 supply chain operations. Youll be responsible for strategizing sourcing managing and driving the supply base that enables Zipline to scale P1 efficientlyconsidering cost capacity quality and design efficiency. Youll work cross-functionally with engineering operations and manufacturing teams and make high-impact decisions that directly influence how our flagship drone platform continues to improve lives around the world.

What Youll Do

• Lead global supply chain efforts supporting Ziplines P1 platform.
• Manage the sourcing and qualification of suppliers for P1 components assemblies and supporting infrastructure.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and operations to ensure P1 hardware can be produced maintained and scaled in a cost-effective and reliable manner.
• Negotiate strategic supply agreements to enable resilient and cost-efficient manufacturing of P1 drones and ground systems.
• Develop and maintain strong global supplier relationships.
• Build scalable processes and trust with the engineering manufacturing logistics and global operations teams.

What Youll Bring

• A Bachelors Degree in a technical field (e.g. mechanical industrial or electrical engineering) is preferred but equivalent practical experience in supply chain manufacturing military service consulting or finance will also be considered. An MBA or a Masters degree in supply chain is a plus.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience in developing a real product from a design to a mass production phase. Design Qualify Scale Sustain End of Life.
• You have a strategic orientation as well as a track record of actually delivering on products that see the light of day.
• Demonstrated experience scaling complex products that combine mechanical electrical and software systems.
• You are self-motivated proactive and take pride in your work.
• You are eager to deeply engage with and learn about Ziplines UAV technology and operations.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with internal and external partners.
• You have the grit resourcefulness and resilience to thrive in novel uncertain and constantly-changing business and regulatory environments.

What Else You Need to Know

This role is based out of our South San Francisco HQ with a minimum of 4 days a week in office. Must be eligible to work in the US and travel globally as needed.

The starting cash range for this role is $140000 - $175000. Please note that this is a target starting cash range for a candidate who meets the minimum qualifications for this role. The final cash pay for this role will depend on a variety of factors including a specific candidates experience qualifications skills working location and projected impact. The total compensation package for this role may also include: equity compensation; overtime pay; discretionary annual or performance bonuses; sales incentives; benefits such as medical dental and vision insurance; paid time off; and more.

Zipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color ancestry national origin religion or religious creed mental or physical disability medical condition genetic information sex (including pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age marital status military or veteran status citizenship or other characteristics protected by state federal or local law or our other policies.

We value diversity at Zipline and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position but are not sure if you are the perfect fit please apply!